Report reveals corruption in public service

One investigation has shown two public officials sought and accepted gifts worth about a thousand dollars.

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A new report has revealed some public servants involved in Northern Territory Government procurement have taken part in corrupt practices.

The annual report from the Commissioner of Public Interest Disclosure identifies cases of corruption.

One investigation has shown two public officials sought and accepted gifts worth about a thousand dollars.

Territory Attorney-General John Elferink has told parliament the report casts a "very dark shadow" over the way government procurement is run.

"A clan mentality exists within certain small work groups where improper conduct is tolerated and supported, with a get the job done regardless attitude, and where the giving and receiving of gifts and benefits is common practice," he said.

Opposition Leader Delia Lawrie says the former Labor government introduced procurement reforms this year and is urging the Government to continue the process.

"Are they proceeding with the audit powers for the Procurement Review Board," she asked.

"This is critical if we are to get on top of, and deal with, the concerns raised by the report."